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Planning a wedding at the turn of the New Year? The
symbolism of beginning your new life together as you begin a new year
strengthens the commitment you feel for each other and adds one more reason to
throw a great New Year’s Eve party.
If your ceremony is to begin at exactly
midnight, start looking early for an Officiant who will perform the ceremony. You
may have difficulty finding one who will stay up late to marry you. An Officiant
who specializes in performing marriage ceremonies but is not associated with a
particular church may be more willing to stay up late. You can find
references for these freelance officiators in bridal magazines tailored to your
area, the telephone directory, or from a bridal coordinator.
You may wish to have your reception include the
magical midnight festivities. This can be more fun for your guests and
easier for you to get wedding services. You can hold your ceremony earlier in
the evening, or even in the afternoon and get all dressed up for a New Year's
Eve party you won't soon forget. This works out well for families with young
children and seniors who aren't up for all night celebrating.
Have a brief reception or receiving line
following the ceremony so everyone can congratulate you, then make plans for all
your brave friends and family members to celebrate your wedding as the new year
rolls in. Be sure to hire a band or DJ who will play all your favorites and
count down the last few seconds before midnight. Consider a fireworks show
outside the reception, or a confetti shower inside the reception. Don't forget
the champagne!
Decorate your ceremony and
reception site in all white with gold or silver accents. Start with a glossy
white invitation and finish with a reception hall decked out with a winter
fantasy of white tulle, decadent white flowers, painted trees, and shimmering
ice sculptures.
You can even ask your guests to
wear white to the ceremony and reception. Thank your guests by giving them
a small white box with a truffle or petit four.
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